Is forbidding evil limited to the men of Hisbah?

Question:
Is forbidding evil limited to those concerned with Hisbah, or is it general for all Muslims? And what is the ruling on the one who said to me while I was forbidding him: "Do not enjoin good or forbid evil until the ruler gives you permission"?

Answer:
The Shaykh: It is not specific to the ruler, nor specific to those appointed, but it is general as mentioned in the previous talk. Allah says: [At-Tawbah: 71], so it is an individual obligation for every believer, and for every believing woman, according to their ability. However, in the case of the rulers, and in the case of those whom the rulers have appointed, it is more obligatory and more binding for them. But as mentioned previously, the one who enjoins and forbids must have knowledge and insight, be patient in what he enjoins and what he forbids, be gentle, and not cause problems or fitnah (trial, discord or temptation). Rather, he should have composure, patience, forbearance, and gentleness.
Q: The brother asks about greeting those who spread evil in the markets, and about forbidding every evil one sees in the market. Is it obligatory for him to forbid it or not?
The Shaykh: Yes, he forbids it according to his ability. If he is able, he forbids it with his tongue. If he is able with his hand—like the men of Hisbah—he forbids it with his hand. Even if the evils are many, he does not despair. He should have a good opinion and hope in Allah, and not get tired. Rather, he should hope for the reward with Allah. And if he is with some of his brothers, it is better: two, three, or four, cooperating in advising people, forbidding evil, and enjoining good with gentleness and good words. This is more beneficial and more useful than one person alone.